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Post views: 61 By Silvernews The battle for supremacy in the 2026 Federation Cup in Imo State intensifies today, with two explosive matches scheduled at the OISA Stadium, Ngor Okpala, as mammoth crowds are expected to gather to watch the matches. All eyes will be on giant-killers, Opotemba FC, as they take on Barilla giant, Ngor Okpala, in the …

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has been honored with an Award of Excellence as a Youth and Sports Development Icon by the National Association of Northern Nigeria Students (NANNS) during a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja. READ ALSO: Samuel Okwaraji Stadium to soon receive a rehabilitation worthy of …

Osunmaibio FC dethrones Krusaders to claim the Ekeremor LGA title Osunmaibio FC have emerged as the new champions of Ekeremor Local Government Area in the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament (Prosperity Cup) after defeating defending champions Krusaders FC 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regular time. The thrilling final, played on the Ayamasa community pitch, saw Bada Jude give …

Victor Osimhen has returned to training with Galatasaray for the first time since undergoing surgery to repair a fracture in his right forearm. Galatasaray confirmed that Osimhen trained with the squad on April 11 before continuing with an individual recovery program alongside physiotherapists. Personalized sessions are part of a structured rehabilitation plan aimed at ensuring a safe return to full …

Sweden’s AIK drew 2-2 yesterday against IF Brommapojkarna in a first division match in Sweden in which up to two Nigerians faced off, Zadok Yohanna and Obilor Okeke. Okeke was tasked with keeping Yohanna in check, who started out in Sweden for AIK, despite operating primarily as a winger. Zadok picked up an assist before being substituted and added to …

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman scored for Atletico as they fought back to beat Barcelona in their Champions League quarter-final clash on Tuesday night. Trailing 2-0 from the first leg at Camp Nou, Barcelona started the match well by equalizing 2-2 on aggregate in the 24th minute. Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the fourth minute and Ferran Torres added …

Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has expressed her sincere happiness to be part of the Super Eagles squad for last month’s friendlies against Iran and Jordan. Okoye, who was left out of the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, featured in the 2-1 win over Iran’s Team Melli. However, a calf injury …

The 2026 edition of women’s soccer championship started on an exciting note in Ifo, Ogun State, with matchday 1 offering competitive action in the U10, U13 and U15 categories. One of the highlights of the opening day came in the U13 division, where Femmco FC recorded an impressive 3-1 victory over Solace FA. The match was defined by a sensational …

Former Nigerian international Mikel Obi believes Chelsea star Cole Palmer looks completely lost without Nicholas Jackson in the team. Following a season-long loan to Bayern Munich, Jackson has maintained respectable production in the Bundesliga, recording eight goals and four assists despite often being a rotation option. Also Read: Super Eagles Midfielder Named to MLS Team of the Week speaking in …

CAF Acting Secretary General Samson Adamu confirmed that the body is still carrying out internal investigations into the allegations involving the CAF Referees Committee Chairman Oliver Safari. Safari is alleged to have ordered the referee of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final to “preserve the match” by refraining from issuing yellow cards to the Senegalese players. Congolese referee Jean-Jacques …